How Do You Clean Whirlpool Tub Jets?
You’re soaking in your hot whirlpool bathtub and turn on your jets. At first, you notice some black things floating in the water, but then you take a closer look and the black goo is everywhere. What has probably happened is your pipes and tubes for the jets have slowly built up grime–possibly from shampoo, bubble bath, soaps and bath oil that have passed through when you turn on your jets. This grime may contain bacteria and mold. But follow a few simple tricks, and your whirlpool tub will be the relaxing getaway it was meant to be. Fill up your tub with hot water a few inches above the jet line and run the jets for 15 minutes. Make sure there are no children or pets to accidentally fall in. If you are worried about this, fill your water no hotter than 120 degrees F, where it would take 10 minutes to burn the skin. Pour 1/2 cup bleach and 1/4 cup dishwashing detergent into the hot water. Use a low-foaming dish detergent. Drain and rinse your tub. Be sure to get all the bleach, deterg
